
Chicken Chow Mein
This Chicken Chow Mein delivers 35g protein and 560 calories per serving, balancing carbs and protein for mid-training fueling. Quick stovetop preparation yields 6 servings, letting you rotate through a week of lunches or dinners without repetition. Structured to refuel muscle glycogen after heavy training sessions.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(680g)
- •1 tsp salt
- •Cornstarch(30g)
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(75g)
- •Chow Mein Noodles, Crispy, Dry(340g)
- •Sesame Oil, Toasted(45g)
- •Vegetable oil
- •Garlic(10g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(10g)
- •Oyster sauce(60g)
- •Vinegar, Rice(15g)
- •Brown sugar(15g)
- •Chili Paste, Sambal Oelek(10g)
- •Carrots(240g)
- •Cabbage, Green(480g)
- •Celery(360g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
Instructions
- 1In a medium bowl, toss the chicken with the salt and cornstarch until evenly coated. Add 2 tablespoons of the soy sauce and mix until evenly coated.
- 2Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Once the water is boiling, add the coated chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 3Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Once the water is boiling, cook the noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- 4Heat 1 tablespoon of the sesame oil and 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is glistening, add the chicken and cook, stirring, until cooked through, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Add another tablespoon of the sesame oil and 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil to the wok. Add the carrots, cabbage, celery, garlic, and ginger and cook, stirring, until softened and fragrant, 4 minutes more.
- 5In a small bowl, combine the oyster sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, chili sauce, and the remaining 3 tablespoons of soy sauce until fully combined.
- 6Increase the heat to high and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the wok. Add the noodles and sauce and cook, stirring, until combined and caramelized, 5 minutes. Return the veggies and chicken to the wok and toss to combine.
- 7Sprinkle with green onions and serve warm.
Nutrition — Per Serving
560
calories
35g
protein
23g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 56g
- Saturated fat
- 5.6g
- Sodium
- 1373 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 8.1g
6 servings per batch · ~395g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Chicken Chow Mein have per serving?
Each serving contains 35g of protein and 560 calories, with 23g fat and 56g carbs. This higher-protein version delivers more protein density than the standard chow mein format.
How long does Chicken Chow Mein take to prep?
Quick prep classification with 6 servings batched on the stovetop means you can prepare a full week of dinners in one efficient cooking session.
Is Chicken Chow Mein good for muscle gain?
At 35g protein and 560 calories per serving, this recipe supports muscle-building phases when paired with other protein sources throughout the day. The 56g carbs per serving fuel workout performance and glycogen replenishment.
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